The difference between Verbal IQ and Performance IQ?

Question

Verbal IQ = 88
Performance IQ =95
Full Sacle IQ = 89

Answer 1

Verbal is a measure of general knowledge.
Performance is a test of attention to fine detail

According to Wechsler...The WAIS-R gives a global IQ and also two separate IQ’s for the two scales: verbal and performance. There are 6 verbal subscales and 5 performance subscales. Wechsler believes that this test is a good measure of “g”. The two scales can be used separately to see if a person has particular strengths or weaknesses. Wechsler suggests that if there is more than 15 IQ points difference between the two main scales then this might be cause for further investigation. The design of the test, with the two scales, means that the verbal & performance scales can be used alone. The Performance section alone can be used with examinees who are unable to properly comprehend or manage language, or the Verbal scale alone can be used with examinees who are visually or motor impaired. There is little emphasis on speed in this test with only some subscales having time limits and some subscales having bonuses for speed.

Answer 2

Performance Iq

Answer 3

The Verbal Scale measures language expression, comprehension, listening, and the ability to apply these skills to solving problems. The examiner gives the questions orally, and the child gives a spoken response. The Performance Scale assesses nonverbal problem solving, perceptual organisation, speed, and visual-motor proficiency. Included are tasks like puzzles, analysis of pictures, imitating designs with blocks, and copying.

Answer 4

Marked discrepancies between VIQ and PIQ are frequently present in people with ADHD, learning disorders, and similar conditions. Depression can indeed affect cognitive functioning, and could have played a role in your score, as well. ~Dr. B.~